# Production technologies for solar photovoltaics beyond the s

**Funder:** EUPI-PV
**Deadline:** 31 March 2027
**Consortium:** Required
**Official call:** https://www.era-learn.eu/network-information/networks/solar-photovoltaics/production-technologies-for-solar-photovoltaics-beyond-the-state-of-the-art
**Last updated:** 5 Jul 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Production technologies for solar photovoltaics beyond the s — joint transnational call by the EUPI-PV European Partnership, listed on the ERA-LEARN joint-call calendar. Funded by national/regional agencies in participating countries; requires a transnational consortium. See the call page for partic

## Summary

EUPI-PV funds transnational consortia working on production technologies for advanced solar photovoltaics beyond silicon, through a joint call coordinated across participating European countries and regions. This is a mission-driven partnership call requiring partners from multiple countries and co-funding from national or regional agencies in each participating nation. Applications must address next-generation manufacturing and deployment technologies to advance Europe's solar competitiveness.

## Who should apply

- Research institutions, universities, and industry partners in participating EUPI-PV countries
- Consortia with partners across at least two participating nations (transnational requirement)
- Teams with expertise in advanced photovoltaic materials, manufacturing processes, or production scale-up
- Applicants able to secure national or regional co-funding in their home country

## Key dates

- Deadline 31 March 2027 (verify exact submission time on call page)
- Transnational consortium required; check ERA-LEARN calendar for participating countries and their co-funding deadlines
- Project duration and structure dependent on national/regional agency timelines

## Tips for applicants

- Confirm your home country or region participates in this EUPI-PV call before assembling the consortium; not all EUPI-PV partners fund every call cycle.
- Secure a letter of commitment from your national/regional funding agency early, many have internal deadlines that pre-date the joint call deadline.
- Align your project scope with the specific production-technology priorities listed on the call page; EUPI-PV joint calls are mission-focused and off-topic proposals are rejected at triage.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is a consortium required for EUPI-PV calls?

Yes, this call requires a transnational consortium with partners from at least two participating countries.

### Who funds EUPI-PV calls?

EUPI-PV calls are jointly funded by national and regional agencies in participating countries, not by a single central budget.

### What countries can participate in this EUPI-PV call?

Check the ERA-LEARN joint-call calendar and the official EUPI-PV call page for the list of participating countries and regions, as not all EUPI-PV partners take part in every call cycle.

### Do I need co-funding from my national agency?

Yes, each consortium partner must secure co-funding from their respective national or regional agency; the call requires transnational co-funding.

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